April 2013 Volume 24 Issue 4

Saturday, April 13 Meet & Greet 4pm

Dinner & Show 4:30pm

Meal: ham, mashed potatoes, green beans, roll and drink.

Special guest appearance by

The Andrew Sisters Bob Hope

Elvis Presley Glory Crown

Transportation & valet parking

provided.

Please RSVP to Cecil Jones 722-5482.

We have been on a journey to understand the doctrine of grace. What would we look like if we treated sin and the sinner like Jesus did? What would we

look like if our church became a “Grace Place?” The first two months we looked at the themes of Sin: Everyone’s Predicament and God’s Response of Grace.

In the month of April, we will focus our attention on “The Church as The Grace Place.” We will hear from God’s word on the following themes:

April 7 A One and Done Church: Judgment versus Discernment

April 14 The Christ-like Principle of Accountability April 21 Forgiving like Jesus

April 28 The Grace Place Church

Can you fathom the way that God would use us if we were transformed

into a “Grace Place?” We would understand better what He calls us to be as His church! It is important that we practice grace toward sin and the sinner.

Many have commented that we are receiving a special visitation of the Spirit during our worship. The Spirit is

willing to work in our worship, but too often we are not ready to receive His work. We must come ready to

worship with hearts open to His leading and teaching. Ultimately we must respond to His teaching and conviction. The Spirit testifies to Jesus and the Word. The Spirit is not with us and in us to inform us but to

transform us.

Please join me in praying for the last month of this sermon series. The message of God’s grace is good news for

you and for us! Bring someone that needs peace, hope, and comfort so they can hear God speak through His Word, prayer, people and circumstances.

Care and Involvement Ministry

What are your expectations for care for your extended family? We have a longstanding principle that we pro-

vide care and support during death, hospital and crisis for the following family members: husband/wife, son/daughter, and mother/father.

We have not provided care “as a church” for brother/sister or grandfather/grandmother. Individual small groups and friends can choose to do that on their own. It would be practically impossible to provide care for

the hundreds of brothers and sisters.

I say this for you to know and understand the logistics of our care ministry. We desire to provide care for ALL

of our church family. However, we can only provide extended care ministry for your husband/wife, son/daughter and mother/father. Generally, these are the expectations by which we plan care ministry.

Steve Boyd

Pastor’s Pen

Coed Softball Sign-ups

Play will be at the Simpsonville Park

Sign up at the Welcome Center

Ministry Meeting April 28 @ 5:30 pm

Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend this

meeting of the church. The following recommendations are planned for presentation:

Master Plan Team Approval

Deacon Recommendation

Ministry Involvement Additions/Changes

Stage Renovations

Portable Baptistery.

Goodtime Travelers Adult Day Trip Tuesday, April 9

11:30am

Claudia Sanders

Please contact Alice Wells at 212-643 to reserve your seating.

April 1 Judges 6-7 April 2 Judges 8-9 April 3 Judges 10-12 April 4 Judges 13-15 April 5 Judges 16-18 April 6 Judges 19-21 April 7 Ruth 1-4 April 8 1 Samuel 1-3 April 9 1 Samuel 4-8 April 10 1 Samuel 9-12 April 11 1 Samuel 13-14 April 12 1 Samuel 15-17 April 13 1 Samuel 18-20, Psalm 11 & 59 April 14 1 Samuel 21-24 April 15 Psalm 7, 27, 31, 34,& 52 April 16 Psalm 56, 120,1 40-142 April 17 1 Samuel 25-27 April 18 Psalm 17, 35, 54, 63 April 19 Psalm 1 Samuel 28-31, Psalm 18 April 20 Psalm 121, 123-125, 128-130 April 21 2 Samuel 1-4 April 22 Psalm 6, 8-10, 14, 16, 19, 21 April 23 1 Chronicles 1-2 April 24 Psalm 43-45, 49, 84-85, 87 April 25 1 Chronicles 3-5 April 26 Psalm 73, 77-78 April 27 1 Chronicles 6 April 28 Psalm 81, 88, 92-93 April 29 1 Chronicles 7-10 April 30 Psalm 102-104

April Birthdays 1 Makray Sageser, Erin Moreno 2 Charles Smith, Lauren Wilkins 3 Trenton Bland 4 Stevie Kute 5 Tammy Thomas 6 Kathy Mansfield 7 Cheryl Kute, Pat White 8 Carissa Kennedy, Ben Barnett 9 Jam Chhan 10 Ozzie Bradley, Ryan Marchessault, Angela French 11 Ryan Jones, Hannah Boyd, Martha Delarosa, Wes Crick, Phil Noble 12 Somethevy Chhan, David Wentworth 14 Hannah Renfro, Kory Hacker, Leighton Taylor 15 Donna Ward 16 James Brewer, Clark Jesse, Sovanna Chhan, Kaylee Herndon 17 Dom Chhan 18 Faye Hyde, Wayne Stover, Judy Manna 21 Alana Ruble 25 Michael Hendricks 26 Kim Crick 27 Gary McGowan, Edith McGowan 28 Emma Hunter, Drew Cline 29 Kyler Dugle

Don’t see your birthday? Let us know and we will add you.

Chronological Bible Reading Plan

Grace Place Sermon Series The Church As The Grace Place

April 7 A One & Done Church: Judgment vs. Discernment

14 The Christ-like Principle of Accountability

21 Forgiving Like Jesus

28 The Grace Place Church

Miss a sermon?

All sermons are online at simpsonvillebaptist.com.

Want to share a message?

Contact Matt at ext 14 and he will make a cd copy for you.

Wednesday Family Meals Children $2 Students & Adults $3 Families $10

April 10

Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, and drink April 17

Ham, mashed potatoes, green beans and drink April 24

Turkey and dressing, mashed potatoes, green beans and drink

Spring Break Schedule There will be no evening activities on

Sunday, March 31 or Wednesday, April 3. All activities will resume on

Sunday, April 7.

Dear Church family:

Thank you so much for all the thoughtful cards, flow-ers, delicious food and the many, many prayers during my time of recovery. I’m so blessed to have such a wonderful friends! Love, Shirley Vessels

I’m A Christian Now! Discipleship Class

Begins Sunday, April 14 at 5:30pm

Did you know that research underscores the importance of families, not churches, taking the lead in the spiritual development of children? In situations where children became mature Christians there is usually found a beneficial partnership between their parents and their church. The goal of the Kid Connection ministry is to encourage you as parents to prioritize the spiritual develop-ment of your children and to equip you for that challenge. Successful parents raise their children in the context of a faith-based community that provides security, belonging, spiritual and moral education, and accountability. Neither the parents nor the church can do it alone. With that in mind, every opportunity mentioned here is designed to give you as a parent the opportunity to partici-pate with your child. These are chances to build a relationship between yourself and your child, your church and Jesus.

“I’m a Christian Now” is a four-week class to follow up with kids who have made a profession of faith in Christ. It is also avail-able for kids and their parents who have been asking questions about becoming a Christian. We will discuss such topics as:

How Is My Life Different Since Becoming a Christian?

How Do I Hear God Speak to Me?

How Do I Follow God’s Plan for My Life?

How Do I Use My Talents and Abilities to Serve God?

What Happens When I Sin Again?

What Is Worship? When and How Should I Worship?

What Is an Offering? Why Should I Tithe?

How Do I Stand Up for What I Believe?

What About People Who Believe Different Things?

How Do I Tell My Friends About Jesus? Please register at the Welcome Center by April 7th.

Parent Dedication

We are excited to partner with parents as you celebrate new life. We want to come alongside you with encouragement and partner with you as you begin the journey with your precious little one. Registration is at the Welcome Center.

Family Dedication is a four-step process: Step 1 Learn—Attend the orientation class April 21

st at 4:30pm to prepare for the ceremony. At this class you'll also connect with

other parents in our church who are beginning this journey with you. Dinner will be provided and childcare is available upon reservation.

Step 2 Prepare—We will begin preparing a special family memory book for your child’s faith journey. You may ask grandparents and other family members to give input for this book.

Step 3 Celebrate—Participate in the Family Dedication ceremony on Sunday May 12th. This is your opportunity to commit before God and the congregation that you will raise your children according to God's standards.

Step 4 Connect—Join a group with other parents in our church to give and get support. We'll discuss several options during the orientation class.

June 3rd

– 7th is Vacation Bible School!!! Colossal Coaster World will challenge kids

to face their fears and trust God as they zip along the roller coaster of life. Maureen Bland is our 2013 VBS director so contact her today and reserve your spot on the ride of your life! Our first training opportunity is Saturday, April 20

th from 10-12 am.

Churches from across the Shelby Baptist Association will be gathering at SBC to share ideas and prepare for VBS. The 11

th Annual Kids Grand Prix will take place on Sunday, April 28

th. Everyone K-

5th grade is invited to enter a pine car in the big race!!! There will be a special pit crew

available Saturday, April 27th 10-12 am to help you and your parent prepare your win-

ning entry. The cost for your pine car kit is $10. Orders must be placed by April 14th.

Pick up your order form at the Welcome Center. Shari Thompson

SUNDAY SCHOOL

You may be saying to yourself, if Sunday school is like regular school, then it is for kids and youth. It is not for me. You may think or say, “I don’t need that as an adult”. Sounds logical, but it is far from being true. Sunday school is designed to connect people through Bible study groups as they live and share the gospel. It is about opening your heart and life to the truth of God’s Word and dealing positively with all the pressure points of life. As someone has said…. Sunday School is “doing life together!” Sunday school at Simpsonville Baptist is designed to do just that. It is taking God’s Word, sharing it with one another and exploring how it meets all your needs in life. From the youngest preschooler to the most seasoned adult, there is a class where you can study God’s Word, learn to minister to others and develop friendships that can last a lifetime. These are some things to ponder. If you are not attending a Sunday School/Bible Study class, ask yourself: Would these benefit my life?

To study God’s word for understanding and personal growth (Discipleship)

To learn to apply Biblical principles for everyday living for myself and to extend these to family, friends and others.

To develop friendship with fellow believers for the purpose of support, ministry and evangelism.

A few reasons people do not attend a Bible study class are listed below. If you teach or attend a Sunday School/Bible Study class, ask yourself this question: How can I be used to overcome these excuses?

Scheduled time for Bible Study does not fit with personal schedule.

Do not know where to meet for Sunday School/Bible Study. Do not know anyone in the class. Fear of the unknown…… Expectation of participation. Will I

be accepted? Bad past experiences in a Sunday School/Bible Study class. Do not understand the purpose or benefit of attending a

Sunday School/Bible Study class. Never have been personally invited to a Sunday School/Bible

study class. A lack of understanding of the Bible… what it might say to

me? Sunday School……. Is it a big deal? The answer is YES! It is the Church organized to reach people for Christ. It is the Church organized for people to grow spiritually. It is the Church organized to minister to each other and to the world. Should you be involved? YES, you should. It is one of the best ways to grow in your relationship to Christ, which, by the way, is a very BIG DEAL! Eddie Clay

Sunday School-What’s the big deal? Sunday School/Bible Study/Life Group/Small Group, whatever it is that you may have heard it called, what is the big deal about having it anyway? Sunday School sounds like……..well, school.

Thanks to everyone who participated with the Praise Choir’s presentation of the Palm Sunday Grace musical! We were able to

worship together as we thanked God for His amazing grace in our lives, and we were presented with the challenge to be grace-

ful people, a grace-filled church.

If you hear stories or have your own to share about receiving or giving grace, please share them with me or with a staff mem-

ber; those are the kinds of things that we need to spread around the family! The stories of grace are neverending and always

humbling.

One of our new choir members, Evan Boswell, has also joined Team C of our vocalists for Sunday

morning. If you were here on Palm Sunday, you heard him in the song “Redeemed.” He is a recent

graduate of Murray with a music degree, hoping to get a job teaching music at an elementary school. If

you see him and his wife Ashley, make sure you welcome them to SBC.

We have an incredible group of people singing in our praise choir, and many new people are joining us

all the time. We will be taking a short break after Easter and then beginning again this spring. Please

come and be a part of this group! You will not regret it!

As spring is now here (even with the snow!), we are seeing mission opportunities pop up in various ways and places.

The Missions Team has been working and praying about an international trip and you’ll be hearing more about that as the year

progresses. The student ministry will be heading to Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and also to Arlington, Texas during the summer. We

will have a church-wide mission trip to eastern Kentucky as we have done for several years and be working with ministries in

the Lynch/Cumberland area.

We’ll also have some church-wide Serve60 opportunities promoted in the spring, which is a wonderful continuing culmination

of how the church has carried on with serving in the community since we began these kinds of projects a few years ago. I’m

excited to think how we can make a difference in Shelby county and beyond as we look for ways to meet needs and share

Christ with the community around us.

The Touched Twice clinic is April 13th in Shelbyville at First Baptist, and I would love to see many in our church participate and

help through being there, donations, prayer, being a shepherd for the people coming, etc. They still need many volunteers for

the clinic. One option is to be a shepherd who would guide a person or a family around the clinic to the places they need to

visit. It’s an easy way to be a servant and it gives you a chance to be in someone’s life even for a short while. Contact

shelbytouchedtwice.com for more information.

I want to highlight something new that has come about in the life of our church and in Shelby

county. You may have met Phil and Darlene Noble who have recently taken leadership for our

local ministry focus, but if you have not, let me encourage you to seek them out and introduce

yourself. They were members here many years ago before work took them away from Kentucky,

but now that they are back, they have jumped in with passion and abandon. Working with our

Mission Leadership Team and with other leaders from Shelby county churches and ministries, they

have helped to create Shelby County Missions.

Shelby County Missions (SCM) is a partnership among Christians in Shelby county who represent area churches and agencies,

such as Operation Care and A Loving Choice. SCM will provide an online assistance for people wanting to know about local min-

istries, events that are going on in our county, where to find assistance for certain things, etc. Being connected and having

knowledge about what is available is one of the best ways for us to help each other show the Kingdom of God to the people in

Shelby county. The website is in its infant stages, but you can see more about it at www.shelbycountymissions.com. If you

would like to help with this ministry connection, you can contact Darlene at dnoble1961@yahoo.com. Matt Garner

Our Dinner for Six + 2 ministry had a successful start. We have three groups currently meeting and room for more. If you would like to be included in this ministry, please sign up at the Welcome Center.

What is the purpose? To encourage fellowship in our church family.

How does it work? The ministry brings three couples (church families) to-gether to create the “6.” Each month (within a quarter) a different couple will host the dinner. The host couple will invite another couple (church

guests) to establish the “+2”. The “+2” should be a different family each month. Each quarter the three couples will change to allow the opportunity to build relationships with more families. Each couple will only host one time each quarter.

How long does the ministry last? When you sign up, you are committing to one quarter (3 months). Once involved, at the end of each quarter, Denise Miller will contact you to see if you want to continue on with the ministry.

Do I have to prepare a meal or can we all go to a restaurant? The host home for the month makes the decision on where the meal will take place and who to invite as the extra couple.

Can we participate if we are a family with children? Yes, the host family decides if the fellowship will include children or just adults. Many of the host homes have children themselves and include the children to create friendships within their age group.

How are singles involved? 1) We encourage single families to become host homes and create a group of three other singles. The premise works the same, but the invitations would include 1-2 other singles.

2) Singles (with or without children) can also be invited as additional guests for the host couple.

If you would like to participate as a host home, please sign up at the Welcome Center. Please contact Denise Miller at 722-5246 ext 10 with questions.

CARE & INVOLVEMENT MINISTRY

WOMEN’S MINISTRY

Our Barnabas Ministry team has made 144 contacts during January, February and March.

These contacts include cards, phone calls and visits to guests and members. If you would

like to be part of this team that encourages our church families in need, please

contact Angie @ ext. 18.

† The church van will be available for those who desire to ride together or you may carpool.

† We have secured child care, which will be offered at the church, should you need it.

† PLEASE consider an invitation to one of our guests or someone you would like to get to know a

little better.

1303 US Highway127 South Frankfort

Tuesday, April 9 6:30pm

Please go to carinos.com to check out their menu.

Please sign up at the Welcome Center and indicate: 1) If you would like to ride in the church van. 2) If you need child care and the number and ages of all children.

For May, June & July

Here is a list of some of the topics which will be covered: The Grief Cycle

Forgiveness What does the Bible say about divorce and remarriage

Victimization Consequences & Blessings

Children and divorce Please sign up at the Welcome Center

FAMILY MINISTRY

BEGINS Wednesday, April 10

6:15pm

This 4 week workshop will be facilitated and led by our own Mike Waterman.

Mike is retired with a Masters Degree in Marriage & Family Counseling.

STEWARDSHIP

I am suggesting four more ways that might encourage us to do more

in the area of stewardship.

Last month, I suggested that people must see a need. Some people need a vision or actual perceived need to give. Most of us are motivated to give because a need is clearly presented. There are real needs at Simpsonville Baptist Church!

2. Members will sincerely believe in the VISION. People usually want to be a part of something bigger than themselves, and a well defined vision often inspires people to give. Moving testimonies of real life changes can make the need for giving obvious for an effective ministry. What is your vision?

3. Christians have a relationship with other Christians. Whether it's the pastor, a small group leader or a caring friend, effective relationships will help many people become a more active church member. Make that connection with a classmate or someone you meet in the service. We are all brothers and sisters in Christ's chosen family.

4. You have been taught how to do it. Everyone does not think the same thing about tithing or giving to the church. Culture, family habits, reading the old and new testament differences in giving all have an effect on what we believe. You've got to listen to the Word of God and educate yourself about what God's will is for our gifts back to Him.

5. We all should want to obey God's Word. Sermons on stewardship and telling stories are great, but don't forget to read the Scripture. Jesus had a lot to say on the subject of money. Read all you can about what Jesus, Paul and Proverbs say about money. Make sure that you use your gifts effectively for God's glory. Charlie Wallace

MISSIONS

Saturday, April 13

Held at First Baptist Church, Shelbyville

This clinic, completely staffed by volunteers, offers free health care in the form of medical, dental, and vision screenings and also offers a food pantry, full meal, and clothing closet all in the name of Christ.

Volunteers are needed in all areas: Guest Shepherd: These individuals are connected with a client to help them go through the clinic stations. Medical Personnel: Dentists, chiropractors, nurses, hygienists, physicians. Evangelists: Prayer warriors and counselors Hairstylists We also need people to greet clients, and work in the food pantry and clothing closet. To volunteer for the day or part of the day, please register at www.shelbytouchedtwice.com. Donations needed: Bibles in Spanish and English, Food: peanut butter, canned meats, fruit and vegetables, packaged dinner meals, cereal, oatmeal Toiletries: shampoo, deodorant, toothbrushes & toothpaste, shaving cream, razors, soap, combs & hairbrushes for men and women. DONATIONS CAN BE TAKEN TO FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH IN SHELBYVILLE.

Eastern Kentucky Summer Mission Trip July 28-August 2

Trying to decide whether your family can afford to participate in our Eastern KY Summer Mission Trip?

We’ve made it a little easier with family discounting.

Single: $30 per day/$150 for the week. Family of two: $24 per day/$120 each for the week. Family of three: $21 per day/$105 each for the week. Family of four: $18 per day/$90 each for the week. Family of five: $15 per day/$75 each for the week.

Pricing is per person.

You can go for a few days or the entire week. Cost includes lodging and 14 meals.

Loaves and Fishes John and Melissa Fitzwater 606-733-5512/606-733-5513

www.loavesandfishesmin.org/RedDoorMinistryHouseProject.html Cook and deliver food to residents • Food Pantry and stock items in store

Red Door Mission House repairs and construction

Freedom Center George and Robyn Lewis 606-899-5804

www.freedomcenterministries.com

Clothing center distribution • Sorting and organizing clothes • Repairs to home and center

Heritage Ministries Jeff and Linda Sims 606-848-0550

www.heritageministriesinc.org

Nursing Home Visitation/ home visitation • Lumber Yard and Home Repairs • Prayer Walking

We have listed the websites so that you can research the various ministries we will be working with.

Please sign up at the Welcome Center

Annie Armstrong Easter Offering for North American Missions

Church Goal: $2,500 Giving to date: $1,925

North American missionaries receive

100% of your offering.

MISSIONS

Leading a team of short-term servants to the in-ternational field requires more than a valid pass-port. That is why the Kentucky Baptist Conven-tion is offering free training to anyone leading, or interest in leading, such a trip.

Topics covered range from the practicalities of travel to developing leadership skills, building a team and preparing spiritually to serve overseas. The opening session is Friday at 6:30pm.

The training is free but registration is required at www.kybaptist.org/tlt. For additional details, call (502) 489-3420.

April 12-13 at the

Kentucky Baptist Building in Louisville

April Serve60 opportunities In April and October, we want to challenge our Sunday School classes, student ministry, children’s ministry and other small groups to plan a ministry event along Highway 60. We want to leave God’s fingerprints all over Shelby county. You have asked for local mission/ministry opportunities and we are glad to give the opportunity. If everyone participates, we should have 15-20 different ministry events in April.

Most of the county’s community ministry(s) are on-going and have a defined plan. Open Door of Hope, ALC Preg-nancy Center, Operation Care and Colonial Hall receive consistent help and support from our church. Please review the following ministry ideas and maybe they will prompt something for your small group or Sunday School class to do in April. The question we would like for you to entertain is “How can we do a ministry event that causes us to directly

interact with people?”

Open Door of Hope Men’s Shelter – Men’s Bible study every Sunday or Tuesday from 6-7pm; Shrubs trimmed and mulched;

ALC Pregnancy Resource Center –Clean center, Teach a parenting class or health/fitness class for one hour

Operation Care– Rotate seasonal clothing, hang clothing on hangers.

Mercy Medical - Calling patients, filing patient records

Whitney Young (TAKEN) – Upper Room Class will host a “Corn Hole” Tourney and cookout for the students.

The Haven (sex trafficking and drug addiction) – provide food and delivery for Friday evening outreach

Colonial Hall Nursing Home – Men’s Fishing Day; Ice Cream Social, Corn Hole Tourney

Subdivision Block Party – potluck meal, supply meat(s), games, bouncies…

Apartment Ministry – Cookout, games, ministry etc; Partner with our Hispanic ministry

Shelby County Detention Center -

The Omega House Women’s Shelter – repairs, cookout, etc.

Shelby County Schools – appreciation for teachers or Family Resource Center support

Make needed home improvements for one of two Shelby county elderly residents.

Deacon/Yokefellow Selection Procedure

Nominations begin April 14 and cease on May 12;

Deacon Selection will be on June 2.

Deacon Nominations/Selection

Biblical Requirements: 1 Timothy 3: 8-13 (Vs. 8) Christian character elicits church and public respect. Their character at work is beyond reproach. They live

their life in moderation. (Vs. 9) Deacon possesses knowledge and practice of God’s word and faith. (Vs. 10) Deacon is proven in faith and service over time. (Vs. 11) Simpsonville Baptist Church has allowed for differences in translations in the Greek language of this passage

and the history of the Church to include women as deacons. Paul’s original word in the Greek is gunē, which has a

primary meaning of “woman.” Some translations, including the 2011 NIV use “women” here instead of “wives,” since the lat-ter is seen as interpretive.

(Vs. 12) An issue of multiple wives would be an issue of self-control. It was unheard of in their culture for a woman to have multiple husbands. Deacons must manage their marriage, children and home well.

(Vs. 13) Deacon is actively growing in faith and service for our Lord in church and community

Church Requirement: Regular Sunday School and Worship attendance Church member for one year Financial growth in giving

Commit to working the current deacon ministry plan, primary of which is in-home visits with guest families. Regularly attend deacon meetings and deacon ministry events Deacons currently meet the first Sunday of each month

at 4 pm. Deacons commit to serving a term of three years and then must rotate off for at least one year.

Nomination Requirements: To be nominated, deacon nominee(s) must be either already ordained or

must have served one year as a yokefellow. Yokefellows can be nominated according to the above biblical and

church requirements. You will find below a list of ordained deacons within our church.

Because a person is on the list doesn’t mean they meet the biblical or church requirements.

You may not nominate your own family members. Turn in your nomination form to a staff member or in the offering plate. Nomination forms are available at the Welcome Center.

Deacon/Yokefellow Process: Each deacon nominee will be contacted by the pastor or deacon team leader to accept or decline nomination. An

appointment to discuss expectations and calling will be scheduled.

Deacons Eligible for Nomination: Keith Baker Larry Baker Cindy Childers Eddie Clay Gerry Davis Mike Dugle Steve Eden Bob Gordon Brian Hunter Dale Kramer Randy Magallon Rick Mansfield Mike Moore Wes Pace Troy Phillips Gerry Ray Tim Renfro Gene Roberts Angie Sanford Tony Sanford Nathan Sangster Rick Taylor Byron Thompson Bill Wells John White Frank Wilder

Deacons Ineligible (currently serving or rotating off for one year)

Randall Childers, Kathy Mansfield, Edith McGowan, Jill Sowder, Ronnie Sowder, Lowell Ashby, Chet Miller, Jim Pruitt, Brent White, Cecil Jones, Melissa Brendemuehl, Clark Jesse, Jeff Logue, Dale Sanford, Peter Shin, Amy Griggs

DEACON MINISTRY

Nomination forms are available

at the Welcome Center.

Texas Mission Trip Our Texas student mission trip deposit, which is a $100 non-refundable deposit, is already due. If you would like your child to go, please bring a check or your payment to church and give it to me or drop it in our payment box

by the elevator. The final deadline to sign up is March 31. Please make sure to specify who and what the pay-

ment is for. In case you forgot, while in Texas, we will be doing the following: Backyard Bible clubs, work pro-jects, VIP tour of the Dallas cowboys stadium, Six Flags, Texas Rangers baseball game with an all-you-can-eat

buffet, and Babe’s Chicken Dinner House. The total cost for the Texas mission trip is $300. Fundraising oppor-

tunities will be coming soon, aside from the Kroger cards!

Spring Break Crazy Days Spring break is April 1 - 5, and we will take two of those days to have a crazy fun time with all of our students. On Tuesday, April 2, we will be hanging around Louisville; we will leave the church around 1 pm, go eat lunch,

and then go have some fun at SKYZONE. Everyone attending this event will need to fill out a release form which can be found on our website under SKYZONE release form. This day will only cost $10 plus your lunch.

On Thursday, April 4, we will go to a Cincinnati Reds baseball game. We will leave the church around 9 am

and return around 6 pm. Jon Caranna

MAY 19

Attention Parents of Graduating Seniors

On Sunday, May 19th, we will recognize all

graduating seniors. This will be a great time to celebrate this milestone in your life. We are asking

all graduating seniors to submit 12-15 pictures from birth through graduation for our video and

newsletter. Digital pictures are preferred. Please turn in all pictures to the church office by

April 21.

All pictures will be returned. Please email digital pictures to

angie@simpsonvillebaptist.com

MULCH PICK UP SATURDAY, APRIL 20

8AM-12PM

Sbc FRONT PARKING AREA

SAVE THE DATE!!! J’s Famous Baked Spaghetti

Student Benefit

Sunday, May 19 12pm

Proceeds support student missions.

Applebees Pancake Breakfast Benefit Saturday, April 27 8-10am

Tickets are $7 each and are available from our youth. Mark your

calendar and help send a student on their summer mission trip.

Held at Applebee’s in Middletown.

April 2013

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1

10am Crafts

2

Student Crazy

Day

3

No evening activities

4 Student Crazy Day

5 6

7 Lords Supper

9:15am Sunday School

10:30am Worship

1pm Hispanic Worship

4pm Deacon Meeting

5:30pm

Discipleship Classes

Student Discipleship

8

10am Crafts

9 10

9am Prayer Group

5:45pm Family Meal

6:15pm Divorce Care

Student Ministry

AWANA

11 12

AHG

13

10am

Touched Twice

Clinic

4pm

Senior Social

14

9:15am Sunday School

10:30am Worship

12pm Baptism

1pm Hispanic Worship

5:30pm

I’m A Christian Now

class begins

Discipleship Classes

Student Discipleship

15

10am Crafts

16 17

9am Prayer Group

5:45pm Family Meal

6:15pm Divorce Care

Student Ministry

AWANA

18 19 20

10am

Associational

VBS Training

21

9:15am Sunday School

10:30am Worship

1pm Hispanic Worship

5pm Parent Child

Dedication Class

5:30pm

Discipleship Classes

Student Discipleship

22

10am Crafts

23

6pm

Colonial Hall

24

9am Prayer Group

5:45pm Family Meal

6:15pm Divorce Care

Student Ministry

AWANA

25 26 27

8-10am

Student ministry

pancake

breakfast

fundraiser

9am Grand Prix

Work Day

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9:15am Sunday School

10:30am Worship

12pm

AWANA Grand Prix

1pm Hispanic Worship

5:30pm

Discipleship Classes

Student Discipleship

Ministry Meeting

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Spring Break

Simpsonville Baptist Church P.O. Box 56 Simpsonville, KY 40067

College Ready Retreat We took 13 of our high school seniors and 4 adults on a retreat to Wooded Glen, in Henryville, IN. This weekend was focused on making them “College Ready!” We had small group Bible study, awesome food, and worship. Please pray for our seniors as they continue to prepare for their next step in life.